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Goodstart Early Learning Pialba

Goodstart Early Learning Pialba

55 Boat Harbour Drive, Pialba, QLD, 4655 view map
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(07) 4186 9692

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Long Day Care

Hours:

6:45am to 6:45pm

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55 Boat Harbour Drive, Pialba, QLD, 4655

5.0

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My daughter has been attending here for three years. She adores it. All the same staff since she started means she has deep connection with her educators. The staff are kind, warm, intelligent and genuinely care. The facilities are always spotlessly clean, with modern toys, & yummy freshly made food onsite. The building and play yards always kept in lovely condition. The outdoor areas are large and beautiful-my daughter especially loves the water play, bikes & planting things. Highly recommend this centre.

- A Caseynetto

About Goodstart Early Learning Pialba

Goodstart Early Learning Child Care Centre Pialba is centrally located in Hervey Bay, making it highly visible and convenient for daily drop-offs and pick-ups. We are close to local schools, shops, and residential areas, ensuring accessibility for busy families.

Our well-established centre boasts a dedicated team of educators, many of whom have been with us for years, providing continuity and familiarity for the children. Inside, all rooms from Nursery to Kindergarten/Preschool are designed in line with the Early Years Learning Framework, offering sensory and play-based learning opportunities that foster development and prepare children for school.

Our open communication with families is supported through the Storypark platform, regular family nights, and newsletters. This helps us tailor each program to meet the individual needs, interests, and strengths of each child, while embracing the centre's cultural diversity.

Outside, we offer beautifully shaded, age-appropriate play spaces designed to enhance children's awareness of their surroundings and promote sustainability. Our recently refurbished facilities provide a bright, welcoming environment that supports both active and passive play.

Our centre vision is to recognise each child's uniqueness and create a nurturing environment that fosters the best outcomes for children, families, and the broader community. We actively engage with the local community through excursions and events, enriching the children's learning experience and teaching them about being active, contributing members of society.

We invite you to visit our centre and meet the team. We look forward to welcoming your family!

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Services Provided by Goodstart Early Learning Pialba

State Government Approved Programs

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Kindergarten/Preschool Programs

Kindergarten/Preschool Programs

Our high-quality, play based preschool curriculum is delivered by Bachelor qualified Early Childhood Teachers. Our teachers tailor their programs to ensure all children develop the confidence and social and emotional skills needed for a smooth transition to school. Through play, our Early Childhood Teachers facilitate children’s learning of important language, literacy, numeracy and creative skills.

Benefits of Goodstart Kindergarten/Preschool programs:

  • Our programs are planned and led by qualified and experienced Early Childhood Teachers, in accordance with the Early Years Learning Framework
  • Our programs have the tick of approval, meaning they meet (and exceed) Government guidelines around learning in the year before school
  • Strong connections with local schools support our extensive transition to school programs
  • We offer greater flexibility and convenience for busy families with longer opening hours, five days a week, 52 weeks of the year.
  • We offer 9-hour, 10-hour and all-day sessions.
  • Nutritious meals are provided throughout the day, so there’s no need to pack lunch boxes.
Curriculum and programs

Curriculum and programs

The educators at Goodstart Early Learning follow an evidence-based curriculum that aligns with the Early Years Learning Framework. Informed by world-leading research, practices and techniques, the curriculum encourages the children’s natural curiosity and engages them in their learning journey.

As the children move through the different rooms in the centre, the curriculum evolves with them. The educators set goals for the children and celebrate as they reach their milestones. At every stage, the educators are tailoring the curriculum and goals to each child’s individual needs.

The curriculum involves different types of learning experiences and styles. From child-led learning to sessions guided by educators, the children participate in small and large group sessions as well as individual play. Most importantly, the children learn through play, developing social skills, confidence and independence in addition to more formal academic skills.

Parent communication and involvement

Parent communication and involvement

Goodstart Early Learning uses the StoryPark app to connect with parents throughout the day. The educators upload photos and stories to the secure app, which parents can access anytime and anywhere to track their child’s progress. 

The approach at the centre is very much based around partnership between families and educators. The educators work with the parents and carers to build strong relationships. They develop trust so the children can feel safe and secure while at the centre. Parents are also encouraged to share their insights and feedback with educators to add depth to the relationship.

The educators observe the children every day and tailor the program around their observations. They share these with parents, so they can feel connected to their child’s progress and also provide feedback that will further enhance their child’s learning experience. 

Meet the team

Meet the team

Goodstart Early Learning employs qualified and skilled educators who are dedicated to making a difference to the children in their care. The centre employs people who are empathetic and compassionate, with a nurturing disposition and a passion for care. Working collaboratively as a team, the educators display qualities such as positivity, kindness and, most importantly, a desire to help every child thrive.

The educators hold relevant qualifications, including the Kindergarten and Preschool Program teachers who are university qualified. The educators are lifelong learners, participating in regular and ongoing professional development to enhance their skills. They are encouraged to upskill, learning about the latest research and thinking in the sector. They can then bring this knowledge back to the centre to share with their colleagues for the benefit of the children.

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$138 /day

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$132 /day

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Goodstart Early Learning Pialba Reviews (16)

5.0

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A Caseynetto

Jan, 2025

My daughter has been attending here for three years. She adores it. All the same staff since she started means she has deep connection with her educators. The staff are kind, warm, intelligent and genuinely care. The facilities are always spotlessly clean, with modern toys, & yummy freshly made food onsite. The building and play yards always kept in lovely condition. The outdoor areas are large and beautiful-my daughter especially loves the water play, bikes & planting things. Highly recommend this centre.

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Summer Lea

May, 2024

Daughter has been going to Goodstart early learning pialba for a few months now and she absolutely loves it. They are very informative and care about the children, I love the updates that get from them and all the art work to bring home. They also have a bunch of special days and events at the centre as well , my daughter has received Easter gifts and I’ve received lovely Mother’s Day gift so far. Highly recommend for little ones to come here.

Response from the owner 21 May 2024

Thank you for your wonderful review, Summer! We're delighted to hear that your daughter is enjoying her time at Goodstart Early Learning Pialba. It's great to know that the updates (and artwork!) bring joy to your family. We take pride in creating a caring and informative environment and are thrilled that these efforts have had a positive impact. Your recommendation means a lot to us. Thank you for your kind words and support!

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Gordan Plains

Mar, 2021

The Pialba Goodstart ELC and Point Vernon ELC align, with what I believe, a true Australian person or business should represent. Being a proud and successful nation we need to strive for the best possible support of our upcoming generations - children's. Goodstart fights for all Australian children to have access to quality early learning and care. Personnel at Goodstart is always professional and at the same time authentic in their warmth and care for children in their care. Great job and keep up the great work.

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